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7. Perform main welding.

WARNING: To prevent eye injury and burns when welding, wear an approved welding helmet, gloves and safety shoes.

• Weld the side sill and centre pillar joints with a MIG welder.
• Spot weld the side sill flanges.
• Make 20% to 30% more spot welds than there were holes drilled.
• Make 5 mm (0.2 in) holes in the MIG plug weld holes with the repair part, and plug weld the centre pillar stiffener with a MIG welder.
• Level the weld beads at the front and rear with a disc sander. Hammer down the projections, then fill with solder or putty to finish it.

8. Apply the sealer. Apply sealer to the mating surfaces of the floor and inside sill.
9. Apply the paint.

WARNING: Ventilate when spraying paint. Most paint contains substances that are harmful if inhaled or swallowed. Read the paint label before opening paint container. • Avoid contact with the skin. Wear an approved respirator, gloves, eye protection and appropriate clothing when painting. • Paint is flammable. Store it in a safe place, and keep it away from sparks, flames or cigarettes.

10. Apply the undercoat. Undercoat the front floor, and apply an anti-rust agent to the inside of the side sill and centre pillar.
11. Install the related parts.

• Install in the reverse order of removal.
• Check the door for proper installation and level differences from the wings.

12. Clean and check. Clean the passenger compartment and check for water leaks.